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AJ65 LAA

2016 Renault Clio

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

110,238 mi
Last recorded110,238 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Renault Clio41,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ65 LAA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 110,238 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 110,237 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fractured Fractured in two different areas (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Also damaged on inner sidewall has deep cuts/cracks. 205/45/17 88W (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch leaking at slave cylinder

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel locking up when spun backwards

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

TPMS light on dash. Stop puncture

Pass 31 Mar 2025 98,391 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 98,391 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2024 88,678 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessive wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jun 2024 88,286 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot has split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessive wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 76,755 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 59,931 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 59,931 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 44,958 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 44,958 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 41,048 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 34,036 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 26,675 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Clio?

Based on 14,729,048 MOT tests across 1,134,954 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
5,436
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,134,954
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 660,730
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 412,067
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 387,794
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 323,634
position lamp(s) not working 317,331
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AJ65 LAA is a 2016 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2016 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 41,190 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Clio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 660,730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ65 LAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Clio typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 10 years old, this Renault Clio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AJ65 LAA is a 2016 Renault Clio, first registered on 13 January 2016.

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